Dr. Richard V Orskog
Optometrist
1725 S Burlington Blvd Burlington WA, 98233About
Dr. Richard Orskog is an optometrist practicing in Burlington, WA. Dr. Orskog specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Orskog performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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